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Grudge rematch: Luna and Villanueva duel to lead nation's largest sheriff's department Original
Four years ago, Robert Luna went from being a little-known retired lawman to an unlikely political force — pushing Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva into a runoff in the June 2022 primary. Luna went on to beat Villanueva in the general election. He's now seeking a second term running the nation's largest sheriff's department. But the tables have turned. This year, it was Villanueva who forced Luna into a runoff, and he's angling to take back his old job in Tuesday's election.
A man's neck was broken in an LA County jail. His family is suing the Sheriff's Department
LOS ANGELES - A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy working as a guard at Twin Towers Correctional Facility used force against inmate Jeffrey Fairchild, allegedly smashing him face-first into a metal window frame and causing him to fall to the concrete floor, according to federal monitors overseeing conduct by deputies in L.A. County jails. The force of the impact left Fairchild a quadriplegic after the September 2024 incident, his family members said.
A man's neck was broken in an LA County jail. His family is suing the Sheriff's Department
A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy working as a guard at Twin Towers Correctional Facility used force against inmate Jeffrey Fairchild, allegedly smashing him face-first into a metal window frame and causing him to fall to the concrete floor, according to federal monitors overseeing conduct by deputies in L.A. County jails. The force of the impact left Fairchild a quadriplegic after the September 2024 incident, his family members said.
A man's neck was broken in an L.A. County jail. His family is suing the Sheriff's Department
A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy working as a guard at Twin Towers Correctional Facility used force against inmate Jeffrey Fairchild, allegedly smashing him face-first into a metal window frame and causing him to fall to the concrete floor, according to federal monitors overseeing conduct by deputies in L.A. County jails. The force of the impact left Fairchild a quadriplegic after the September 2024 incident, his family members said.
A man's neck was broken in an LA County jail. His family is suing the Sheriff's Department
LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy working as a guard at Twin Towers Correctional Facility used force against inmate Jeffrey Fairchild, allegedly smashing him face-first into a metal window frame and causing him to fall to the concrete floor, according to federal monitors overseeing conduct by deputies in L.A. County jails. The force of the impact left Fairchild a quadriplegic after the September 2024 incident, his family members said.
L.A. County supervisors call for 'bold action' to improve restraining order system Original
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath presented a motion Tuesday calling for "bold action" to better protect victims of domestic violence and stalking, seeking to help them more effectively navigate the county's restraining order system and obtain court-ordered protection.
A rematch between Luna and Villanueva
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Your guide to the L.A. County sheriff's race: A rematch between Luna and Villanueva Original
Four years ago, the race for Los Angeles County sheriff was one of the most closely watched local elections. Challenger Robert Luna ultimately beat the combative sitting sheriff, Alex Villanueva, by more than 20 percentage points. Now, in a bit of political deja vu, the two lawmen are facing off again for the job of leading the largest sheriff's department in the country. This cycle, the race has drawn a lot less attention.
Why is it so hard to get a restraining order? Only 1 in 5 granted in L.A. County Original
A restraining order can be a lifeline for a scared mother with a violent husband or someone being stalked by an ex-lover. But the path to getting one is "riddled with barriers and drop-out points," according to L.A. County's Office of Violence Prevention. A Times review of L.A. County Superior Court data found that just 21% of requests for restraining orders are granted.
Why is it so hard to get a restraining order? Only 1 in 5 granted in L.A. County
A restraining order can be a lifeline for a scared mother with a violent husband or someone being stalked by an ex-lover. But the path to getting one is “riddled with barriers and drop-out points,” according to L.A. County’s Office of Violence Prevention. A Times review of L.A. County Superior Court data found that just 21% of requests for restraining orders are granted.
Judge rips county on use-of-force records
LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge is calling on the county to show that it is acting ethically and professionally in a lawsuit by the LA County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission seeking Sheriff’s Department records related to three use-of-force incidents. In a five-page tentative ruling on Aug.
LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge is calling on the county to show that it is acting ethically and professionally in a lawsuit by the L.A. County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission seeking Sheriff's Department records related to three use-of-force incidents. In a five-page tentative ruling on Aug.
Judge slams county counsel's 'obvious conflict of interest' in opposing a suit seeking use-of-force records
LOS ANGELES - A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge is calling on the county to show that it is acting ethically and professionally in a lawsuit by the L.A. County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission seeking Sheriff's Department records related to three use-of-force incidents. In a five-page tentative ruling on Aug.
Judge slams county's 'obvious conflict of interest' in suit seeking use-of-force records
A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge is calling on the county to show that it is acting ethically and professionally in a lawsuit by the L.A. County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission seeking Sheriff's Department records related to three use-of-force incidents. In a five-page tentative ruling on Aug.
Judge slams county's 'obvious conflict of interest' in suit seeking use-of-force records
A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge is calling on the county to show that it is acting ethically and professionally in a lawsuit by the L.A. County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission seeking Sheriff's Department records related to three use-of-force incidents. In a five-page tentative ruling on Aug.
Judge slams county counsel's 'obvious conflict of interest' in opposing a suit seeking use-of-force records
The County Hall of Administration in Los Angeles is shown in September 2025.(Al Seib / For The Times) A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge is calling on the county to show that it is acting ethically and professionally in a lawsuit by the L.A. County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission seeking Sheriff’s Department records related to three use-of-force incidents. In a five-page tentative ruling on Aug.
Turf drama sends celeb favorite Malibu Farmers Market packing to City Hall parking lot
Now Boston topped Indeed’s new ranking thanks to its balance of job opportunities, compensation, career mobility, and life outside the office. Being gainfully employed is a huge part of living happily in any destination so residents can enjoy the best of each city without feeling strapped for cash. But …
Turf drama sends celeb favorite Malibu Farmers Market packing to City Hall parking lot Original
Malibu Farmers Market vendors hawked fresh produce, flowers and other goods in the parking lot outside Malibu City Hall on Sunday — instead of at the municipal park where they've set up stalls weekly for the last three years. For the city, the move represents a satisfactory but temporary solution to a months-long dispute over the market's location that came to a head last week.
Three rescued belugas arrive at SeaWorld San Diego after 2,500-mile journey from Canada
Follow Three rescued belugas arrive at SeaWorld San Diego after 2,500-mile journey from Canada Sun, August 23, 2026 at 11:32 PM EDT Three rescued beluga whales have arrived at SeaWorld San Diego after traveling more than 2,500 miles from Canada following the closure of a marine park in Niagara Falls. Ever since that Ontario park, Marineland, shuttered in 2024, there has been a scramble to find homes for 30 beluga whales who were once kept there.
Three rescued belugas arrive at SeaWorld San Diego after 2,500-mile journey from Canada
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French visitor dies in Death Valley after vehicle breaks down amid blistering heat
Follow French visitor dies in Death Valley after vehicle breaks down amid blistering heat Sun, August 23, 2026 at 7:52 PM EDT Hikers head out on an early-morning Death Valley hike. A man died last week after his car got stuck in mud in the area and he and a friend tried to hike for help. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times) A French visitor to California has died after his vehicle broke down on a remote road in scorching Death Valley heat.
DOJ settles suit with LASD over alleged ‘unconscionable delays’ in granting gun permits
By Connor Sheets Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES — The U.S. Department of Justice and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department have agreed to settle a lawsuit over what federal prosecutors alleged last year was a pattern of delaying applications for permits to carry concealed firearms for “unreasonable” lengths of time.
Feds settle lawsuit with LA County Sheriff's Department over concealed firearm permits
The U.S. Department of Justice and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department have agreed to settle a lawsuit over what federal prosecutors alleged last year was a pattern of delaying applications for permits to carry concealed firearms for “unreasonable” lengths of time.
Feds settle lawsuit with L.A. County Sheriff's Department over concealed firearm permits Original
The U.S. Department of Justice and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department have agreed to settle a lawsuit over what federal prosecutors alleged last year was a pattern of delaying applications for permits to carry concealed firearms for "unreasonable" lengths of time.
Feds settle lawsuit with L.A. County Sheriff's Department over concealed firearm permits
The U.S. Department of Justice and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department have agreed to settle a lawsuit over what federal prosecutors alleged last year was a pattern of delaying applications for permits to carry concealed firearms for "unreasonable" lengths of time.
Ailing MLK Hospital to receive $25-million grant from Kaiser Permanente Original
Follow Ailing MLK Hospital to receive $25-million grant from Kaiser Permanente Wed, August 12, 2026 at 3:08 PM EDT Medical equipment in a tent at at Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital in Willowbrook. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times) Healthcare provider Kaiser Permanente said it will give ailing Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital a $25-million grant to help expand its overcrowded emergency department.
LA County supervisors move to consider creating gender equity office
By Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday directed county officials to study the prospect of creating an Office of Gender Equity to pursue the goals of eliminating gender-based discrimination and advancing gender equity across county government. The board approved the motion, which was introduced by Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, by a margin of 4-0, with Supervisor Kathryn Barger absent.
LA County supervisors move to consider creating gender equity office
Lindsey Horvath, Los Angeles County supervisor, speaks during a ceremony to mark the start of debris removal at the final opt-in property in the Pacific Palisades fire recovery area in Pacific Palisades on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025.
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